PASA One Health Initiative
Our friends and partners at PASA and Arcus, with assistance from the University of Minnesota are creating a one health initiative that there are hoping the OVAG programme will dovetail with. Sub-Saharan African organizations are tackling the same One Health issues OVAG is. We are working closely with the the PASA team to minimize duplicity…
Dynamic veterinary and medical combo improves clinical skills in OVAG
Dr. Jennifer Taylor-Cousar is a human pulmologist with a special interest in great ape respiratory diseases, which is thought to be genetically linked with Cystic Fibrosis in human. She had done several research projects with zoo orangutans with chronic respiratory diseases in the US, and is now joining OVAG. Dr. Nancy Lung is a former […]
OVAID delivers digital Xray equipment in 2018
Orangutan Veterinary Aid (OVAID) continues to support OVAG vets and their centres by the provision of medicines and equipment whenever we are able to do so. In 2018 the charity supplied new digital x-ray equipment and ultrasound machines to the vet team at the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOSF) Samboja Lestari. Additionally, full training in […]
OVAID Scholarship 2019
Through the generosity of the late Bronwyn Watson, an Australian orangutan supporter, Orangutan Veterinary Aid has established a scholarship scheme to enable Indonesian and Malaysian veterinary surgeons working in the field of orangutan medicine, surgery and conservation to pursue further education to ultimately benefit the orangutan. The scholarship’s varied and individually structured placements will enable bespoke training to […]
Investigating the orangutan gut microbiome
Investigating the relationship between endangered great ape gut microbiomes and gastrointestinal health: using Orangutans as an exemplar, are there implications for reintroduction to the wild? OVAG Partner: www.primatemicrobiome.org Anecdotal evidence from field partners suggests an increase in gastrointestinal issues during the reintroduction process of orangutans. This project will look at microbiome interactions between orangutans and […]
10th Anniversary OVAG workshop
2018 has developed into a productive year for OVAG on the path to achieving a sustainable regional cadre of professionals able to provide capacity building, advice, guidance and management of One Health matters with wildlife in Indonesia and Malaysia. The workshop was opened by Pak Sapto, Head of BKSDA Aceh, and Dr. Moh. Hambal, Dean […]
Indianapolis Zoo International Veterinary Training Program
Following their active involvement in OVAG since 2017, Indianapolis Zoo has seen great potential in the Indonesian vets joining the OVAG workshops, and therefore has created a training program in their zoo. This program will host up to two Indonesian vets working in orangutan/wildlife centers and show high dedication to contribute in wildlife conservation in […]
It’s a Wrap!! 11th OVAG Workshop 2019
“(OVAG has a) friendly and non-judgmental atmosphere, encouraging all attendees to participate without fear of criticism -there is no stupid question! “ “(From OVAG, I) learn to make responsible actions based on well-thought reasons” “Kebersamaan antara pemateri, partisipan, dan panitia” (Some quotes from the best thing feedback forms) So, the OVAG 11th Workshop 2019 has […]
Vet Imam shares his experience doing training in Indianapolis Zoo!!
Pada Oktober 2019 lalu, saya mewakili IAR Indonesia bersama dengan drh. Wahyu dari Cikananga Rescue Centre berkesempatan untuk mengikuti training, berbagi dan belajar ke Indianapolis Zoo, Indiana selama satu bulan. Itu adalah kali pertama kami berdua mengunjungi negeri Paman Sam, tentu kami sangat menikmati dan bersemangat untuk menjalani program ini. Kami cukup beruntung karena dari […]
Non Human Primate COVID-19 Information Hub
This site is being designed in real time as a resource for those working at the human – non human primate interface. The goal is to create a Community of Practice, connecting relevant facts, experts and resources from several professional communities (human health, captive, sanctuary, and in situ conservation ‘facilities’ and sites) to assist with […]